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Hold Points, Inspections & In-Progress Approvals for Site Preparation
The Hold Points, Inspections & In-Progress Approvals workflow provides site preparation contractors with a clear system for handling inspections and approvals. It covers scheduling safety or utility inspections, confirming readiness, and recording approvals before work progresses. By following this process, contractors reduce risks, improve efficiency, and build trust. Clients benefit from transparency and confidence in compliance. Teams gain accountability and consistency. With this workflow in place, site prep companies can protect profitability, strengthen professionalism, and deliver projects that meet all regulatory standards.
Identify pad compaction, trench, and utility checks
Add trench, grade, and erosion approvals
Submit pre-compaction review request
Smooth cut zones and clear flags
Provide compaction report and soil data
Inspect trench width and slope
Crew lead signs off on pad elevation
Guide pre-fill inspection with AHJ
Recompact trench or adjust slope
Receive compaction or grade sign-off
Log trench inspection results and file
Release grading crew to next phase
Resume trench fill after pass
File compaction and elevation reports
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Sandra Nichols
Completed July 10
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Matt Richards
Completed July 11
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Assign Member
July 12
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Assign Member
July 13
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